Khung Kraben Wildlife Sanctuary, Chanthaburi
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Khung Kraben Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Khlong Khut Subdistrict, Tha Mai District, Chanthaburi Province. It was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1989, covering the upper coastal area of the Gulf of Thailand in the eastern region. The main goal is to conserve the coastal ecosystem, mangrove forests, and rare wildlife for sustainable learning and ecotourism.
Characteristics of the area and natural resources
The area has a variety of landscapes, including:
A rich mangrove forest
The mouth of Khlong Wang Ton River that flows into the Gulf of Thailand
A coastline with sandy beaches, rocky beaches, and aquatic animal nurseries
Nature study areas such as nature trails in the mangrove forest and “Pink Stone Square”, which is an important viewpoint
This area is also home to many types of wildlife, such as shorebirds, fiddler crabs, mullet, and various types of mangrove plants, such as acacia, mangrove, and sea urchin.
Important roles
A conservation area for rare aquatic and wildlife species
Supporting environmental learning for youth and the general public
Promoting ecotourism and community participation
Interesting tourist activities
Take a nature study walk in the mangrove forest through a wooden bridge over 1 kilometer long.
Watch the sunrise at the Pink Stone Square.
Observe shorebirds and wildlife in their natural habitat.
Join conservation activities such as planting mangroves or collecting coastal trash.
Getting there
From Chanthaburi town, take Sukhumvit Road (Highway No. 3) and turn onto Road 3399 to the Khung Kraben Center, a distance of approximately 25 kilometers.
There is a convenient parking lot and a tourist service center that provides basic information.
Open daily from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Entrance fee: Thai adults 30 baht, children 20 baht | Foreigners adults 400 baht, children 200 baht
Guidelines
Do not capture or harm any wild animals.
Do not collect plant species or destroy natural resources.
Do not litter in the conservation area.
Strictly follow the instructions of the officers.
The Khung Kraben Wildlife Sanctuary is therefore an example of successful conservation and an important national environmental learning center. It is suitable for students, researchers, and tourists who are truly interested in nature.
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